Project Specialist

About the Job:

The Project Management Specialist is responsible for facilitating various international projects within a dynamic and everchanging environment from start-to-finish. The Project Management Specialist will be tasked with connecting with various facets of the business and client-base using multiple mediums of communication, organization, and process structure. You will connect with both domestic and international business units and utilize a TMS to manage your projects involving cargo movement, implementation, new changes, and client interaction. This position is blend of transportation/cargo-based projects and new implementations.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and oversee logistic projects for domestic and/or ocean/air cargo movements from start-to-finish.  
• Participate and facilitate the implementation of new client onboarding during each project stage.  
• Interact with internal team members and managers to ensure successful customer service delivery model.  
• Work with clients to determine best solutions for frequent problems within the project scope. 
• Develop and maintain internal and external work structures related to overall project scope.  
• Utilize various technical tools such as TMS, Excel, and project management tools to execute projects.  
• Serve as a partner to internal employees and external clients to build upon current and/or future relationships. 
• Seek proper feedback for each project cycle for continuous improvement opportunities.  
• Facilitate project meetings with both domestic and international clients.  
• Work closely with all departments to ensure efficient use of resources. 

Education and/or Experience: 

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED); or College Degree in related field. 
• Previous experience in a project-related position.  
• Previous experience in a logistics or freight forwarding environment is strongly preferred. 
• Previous experience working in an environment that requires problem-solving and customers service is strongly preferred.  

What You’ll Need for Success:

• Analytical interest and skills;
• Excellent communication and follow up skills;
• Positive attitude and ability to multi-task;
• Ability to adapt quickly to changes in scope or direction and be flexible in adopting changes quickly;
• Must be a team player who enjoys working in a collaborative work environment.
• Ability to work in the gray area of third party logistics.

If you feel you don’t have the experience listed above, but still think you are qualified for the job, we encourage you to apply for consideration!

Equal Employment Opportunities:

As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to individuals with disabilities to interview and to perform the essential functions of a role.

It is our policy to afford equal employment and advancement opportunity for all qualified individuals without distinction or discrimination because of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

About ProTrans:

Let ProTrans drive your career to new heights. At ProTrans, our employees take pride in working with one of North America’s Premier Providers of Logistical Services. Founded in 1993. We have adopted the philosophy of promoting a new level of professionalism, creativity, and innovation in the transportation and logistics industry. We hire great people from a wide array of backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes ProTrans stronger. We believe our commitment to recruiting, developing, and maintaining a high-quality workforce will continue to drive our success in the future.

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